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GB 7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION VIDEO Decoding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MPEG-2 & MEPG-1 compatible Bit rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Max 15Mbps Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAL/NTSC Aspect ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:3, 16:9, Auto Active pixel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 720x480 @ 30fps; 720x576 @ 25fps Output connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RCA, TV SCART AUDIO Decoding . . .
GB 6. TOOLS 6.5.2 Upgrade by Satellite This function can upgrade the software of your receiver through data sent by a satellite. At the moment we offer satellite updates only through ASTRA1 and Hotbird satellites. 1. Select the satellite and TP or input the TP value and download PID. 2. Then mark “Start” and press [Enter] to begin the download of the upgrade. This may need up to 60 minutes. Therefore we suggest using of this function only if you don’t intent to watch TV during this time. 6.
GB 6. TOOLS 6.5 Software Upgrade When you enter to “Software Upgrade” menu, you will see a screen like beside: ] to select the wanted 1. Press [CH item among Software Upgrade and Upgrade by Satellite. 2. Press [OK] to enter the selected item. 6.5.1 Software Upgrade 1. This function allows you to upgrade the software of the receiver. This can be done from PC to receiver or from a master receiver to a slave receiver. 2.
GB 6. TOOLS 3. • • • • Othello Mark “Setup” and press [Vol ] to select the game level (degree of difficulty). Mark “Start” and press [OK] to start the game. Mark “Cancel” and press [OK] to leave the game. Play the game: • Press [Vol /CH ] to position the round mark. • Press [OK] to set your stone. • Press [Exit] to quit the game and return to the game menu. 6.4 Factory Default When you press [OK] on the “Factory Default” item: 1. A dialogue box will occur where you need to enter the password. 2.
GB 6. TOOLS Basic operation statement: 1. Tetris • Mark “Setup” and press [Vol ] to select the level (speed). • Mark “Start” and press [OK] to start the game. • Mark “Cancel” and press [OK] to leave the game. • Play the game: • Press [Vol ] to move the block left or right Press [Channel ] to rotate the block clockwise Press [Channel ] to drop the block faster Press [OK] to Pause/Play the game Press [Exit] to leave the game and return to the game menu. • • • • 2.
GB 6. TOOLS When you enter to “Tools” menu, you will see a screen like beside: In “Tools” menu: 1. Press [CH ] to select the wanted item among Information, Quick Setup, Game, Factory Default, Software Upgrade, SatcoDX Auto Programming 2. Press [OK] to enter the selected item. 6.1 Information 1. When you select the “Information” menu you will see a screen like beside. The screen displays data about the current channel. 2. Press [Exit] button to leave the information display. 6.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 5.6 Power setting • Here you can set the power output to the LNB. If your receiver is connected to the LNB directly then you need to set the LNB Power to “On”. If your receiver is connected to a multi switch (SMATV signal distribution system) then it may be that you don’t need to provide the power to the LNB.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 5.5 Parental Lock You can set a password for anyone who wishes to operate the “Installation” menu. You can also set the password to lock channels. Below you find how to set and change the password. 1. On “Parental Lock” press [OK] to open a dialogue box and input the password. After you entered the correct password, you will see a screen like beside: 2. Menu Lock: If Menu Lock is set to “Yes” then you need to enter the password every time you want to open the menu.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 5.4 OSD Setting When you select “OSD Setting” you will see a screen like beside: 1. Subtitle Display: Press [Vol ] to select “Off”, “Standard” or “Teletext Subtitle”. If the current channel has subtitle information, it will be displayed if this function is “Standard” or “Teletext Subtitle”. If this function is “Off” subtitles won’t be displayed. 2. OSD Timeout: This setting determines the duration the info window is displayed on the screen when you change channels.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 2. Local Time Setting: When you select “Local Time Setting” and press [OK] then you will see a window like the one beside: • GMT Usage: This item is used to set the time by using the time signal from the satellite. Press [Vol ] to change the setting. • The “GMT Offset” item is only available when “GMT Usage” is set to “On”. Press [Vol ] to set the “GMT Offset” value. With every time you press the button the time offset will be increased/decreased by half an hour.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP • When you select “Message” (reminding message) option in “Timer Service” then you can enter additional data: • Wakeup Message: Press [Vol ] to select the category • of the wakeup message from Birthday, Anniversary and General. • Wakeup Date: Use the [Number] buttons to input your wakeup date. • On Time: Use the [Number] buttons to input your wakeup time.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 5.3 Time & Timer Setting When you enter “Time & Timer Setting” a menu with this 3 items will be opened. 1. Timer: Select “Timer” item and press [OK] to enter the “Timer” menu. You can press [CH ] to select item. • The current time will be displayed in the first column. If the current time is incorrect, please modify it with the [Number] buttons. • Timer Number: You can press [Vol ] to switch the timer number. There are totally 8 timers.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP 4. Subtitle Language: In “OSD Setting”menu, use [Vol ] to select “On” or “Off”. If the current channel has subtitle information, it will be displayed if this function is “On”. If this function is “Off” subtitles won’t be displayed. The selections of subtitle language include: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, Russian, Danish, Greek, Hungarian, Arabic and Farsi. 5. Teletext: Press [Text] button in TV mode to open the teletext page.
GB 5. SYSTEM SETUP When you open the “System Setup” menu a window like the one beside will be opened. In “System Setup” menu: 1. Press [CH ] to select menu items among Language, TV System, Time & Timer setting, OSD Setting, Parental Lock and Power setting. 2. Press [OK] to open the selected item. 5.1 Language After selecting the “Language” menu you will see a window like beside: 1. Menu Language: Press [Vol ] to select languages.
GB 4. INSTALLATION 4.6 Satellite Guide When you enter “Satellite Guide” menu, you will see the screen like beside: Here you can enter your local longitude and latitude and the satellite’s longitude. The receiver calculates the antenna’s orientation and elevation to point your antenna to the selected satellite. 1. Use the [Number] buttons to input the values of “Local Longitude”, “Local Latitude” and “Satellite Longitude”. 2.
GB 4. INSTALLATION 4.5 TP List When you open the “TP List” menu you will see a window like the one beside. 1. Press [Vol satellite. ] to change the marked 2. Press [Red] button to open the “Edit TP” menu. Here you can edit the transponder’s data. 3. Press [Green] button to open the “Add TP” menu. Here you can add a new TP and setup its parameters. 4. Press [Yellow] button will open a dialog box asking you to confirm the deletion of the current TP.
GB 4. INSTALLATION 4.4 Satellite List When you enter the “Satellite List” menu you can see a window like the one beside: 1. Press [Red] button to enter edit satellite menu. You can edit the satellite’s name and its longitude. 2. Press [Green] button to open the “Add satellite” window. 3. After pressing [Yellow] button you will be asked “Are you sure to delete?”. Select “OK” to delete the marked satellite. Select “Cancel” to cancel the operation. 31 BDA Imperial DB 2_GB_TO.indd 31 DVB-S Receiver 15.
GB 4. INSTALLATION • LNB Type: Press [Vol ] to switch among “Standard”, “User” and “Universal” mode. For Example: If you use a Dual LNB, then you should select “User” option in “LNB Type” and set the correct frequency in LNB type. • 22K: Use [Vol ] to switch “ON” and “Off”. The 22KHz signal is used in KU universal LNBs to change between low band and high band. ! Notice: After choosing LNB type “Universal” you cannot modify 22K. • DiSEqC1.
GB 4. INSTALLATION 4.3 TP Scan When you enter “TP Scan” menu a window like the one beside will be displayed. 1. In the “Satellite” item press [Vol ] to select the satellite which you want to scan or press [OK] to open the “satellite list” to select directly with [CH ], press [OK] to confirm it. 2. • • • TP Index: Use [Vol ] to select the desired transponder or press [OK] to open the TP list to select directly with [CH ], press [OK] again to display the TP number where the channel can be found.
GB 4. INSTALLATION 4.2 Multi Search When you enter the “Multi Search” menu a window like the one beside will open. 1. In the “Satellite” item press [Vol ] to select the satellite which you want to scan or press [OK] to open the “satellite list” to select directly with [CH ], and press [OK] to mark/unmark and [MENU] to finish the selection. You can select several satellites in this menu. The system will use DiSEqC1.0/1.1, DiSEqC1.2 and USALS functions to search the marked satellites and scan channels. 2.
GB 4. INSTALLATION • DiSEqC1.0: Use [Vol ] to switch the options or press [OK] to open the DiSEqC1.0 option list to select directly with [CH ], press [OK] to confirm it. • DiSEqC1.1: Use [Vol ] to switch DiSEqC1.1 option or press [OK] to enter DiSEqC1.1 option to select directly with [CH ], press [OK] to confirm it.
GB 4. INSTALLATION After selecting the installation menu you can see the window like beside. In “Installation” menu: 1. Press [CH ] to select menu items among Single Search, Multi Search, TP Scan, Satellite List, TP List and Satellite Guide. 2. Press [OK] to enter the selected item. 4.1 Single Search After selecting “Single Search” you will see a window like beside: 1.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.7 Save channel list and settings To save channel list and settings. 1. Enter the password. The default password is “0000”. 2. After entering the password correct a safety question will show up where you have to confirm first. 3. Select “OK”, press [OK] to save current channel list to backup channel list. Select “Cancel” press [OK] to cancel the operation. 25 BDA Imperial DB 2_GB_TO.indd 25 DVB-S Receiver 15.10.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.5 Delete All To delete all channels: 1. Enter the password. The default password is “0000”. 2. After entering the password correct a safety question will show up where you have to confirm first 3. Select “OK” to delete all channels or “Cancel” to cancel the operation and confirm with [OK]. 4. In step 1 and step 2, pressing [Menu] will exit the function directly without saving.
GB 3. CHANNEL 2. Channel Play type: Use [CH ] to select, press [OK] to enter “Channel Play Type” menu. Here you can select the “playing channels” as “All”, “Free” or “Scrambled” with [Vol ]. 3. If you select “Free” then all scrambled channels will be skipped when you change channels with [Vol ]. 4. Press [Exit] to leave the “Channel Setup” menu. 3.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.1.5 Find 1. Press [Blue] button to open the “Find” window like showed beside. Press [CH ]/[Vol ] to select the leading character of the channel name and press [OK] to confirm it. 2. After entering the character(s) highlight “OK” in the window and press [OK] on the RCU. 3. Press [Exit] button to close the find window and brings you back to the channel list. 3.
GB 3. CHANNEL • Edit Press [Red] button to edit the channel. 1. Selecting the name item with [OK] will display a button pad to show you how to edit the channel name. 2. On the “Video PID”, “Audio PID” and “PCR PID” items you can input numbers to modify the item’s value. 3. After modification select “Save” and press [OK] button to save the modified values and exit “Edit” mode. Or select “Exit” and press [OK] to leave edit mode without saving the modifications.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.1.4.1 Delete In channel edit menu press [Red] button will open another window where you can choose between delete one channel and delete all channel. • Del One Press [Red] button to mark a channel for deleting. Marked channel will be deleted after you confirm to save the changes when you leave this menu. • Del All a) Press [Green] button to show a deleting icon behind all channel name. b) Press [MENU] button you will be asked “Are you sure to save?”. Select “OK” to delete all channel.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.1.3 Sort Press [Green] to open the sort window. Press [CH ] to select and [OK] to confirm your choice. The ways of sorting are: • Default: Sort channel factory default. • FTA/CAS: Sort channel by free and scrambled sequence. Free channels will be listed first and scrambled channels behind in the channel list. • Lock: Unlocked channels are listed first end locked channels at the end. • Name (A-Z): Sorting in Alphabetical order, ignoring “$” symbol.
GB 3. CHANNEL 3.1.1 Favorite 1. Press [FAV] to open the favorite window. 2. You can select between 8 favorite groups with [CH ]. Press [OK] to assign the channel to a favorite group, press [EXIT] to exit favorite group. 3. Press [OK] again to remove the channel from the marked favorite group. 4. Press [MENU] button you will be asked “Are you sure to save?”. Select “Yes” to save the marked favorite group. Select “No” to cancel the operation. 5. To return to the TV channel list.
GB 3. CHANNEL Press [Menu] in the TV/radio mode to enter the main menu. 1. Press [CH ] to select the channel item. 2. Press [OK] to enter the selected item. In the channel menu: ] to select the wanted • Press [CH menu item among TV Channel List, Radio Channel List, Channel setup, Favorite group list name, Delete All, Restore channel list and settings and Save channel list and settings • Press [OK] to enter the selected item. 3.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.24 SAT 1. In TV mode, press [OK] button, then press the [Yellow] button to open satellite list and select there, then press [OK] to open “TV Channel List” menu, select channel of the current. 2. In TV mode, press [Page Up/Down] to switch directly between satellites. 2.25 LNB Short When LNB is short, it will notify user on screen “LNB Short!” Please check your cables and connections for shorts. When the short is removed the warning message will disappear.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.20 TXT 1. Press [TXT] button in TV mode to open the teletext page. This service is depending on the support of the channel provider. 2. If the channel does not support teletext information, it will show “No Teletext Data” on the screen. 2.21 INFO • In TV mode, press [INFO] button can open information screen, in the window shows the parameters of current channel. • Two dynamic bars at the bottom of the window reflect the signal intensity and signal quality of the current channel.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.17 FAV 1. In TV mode press the [FAV] button to display the Favorite Group window on the screen as the picture beside shows. 2. In the Favorite Group window you can select the desired favorite channel with [CH ] and confirm it with [OK] to switch to it. In bigger groups you can navigate with [PGUP/ PGDN]. 3. With [Vol ] you can select different Favorite Groups. 4. Press [Exit] to close the Favorite Group window.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 4. Press the [Yellow] button in the EPG menu to program a timer with the actual events data. 5. To close the EPG menu press [Exit]. 2.14 Audio 1. In TV mode, press the [Audio] button to open the Audio Mode window. 2. Select the item you want to adjust with ] and change the value with [CH [Vol ]. 2.15 SUB Sub (Subtitle): In “OSD Setting” menu, use [Vol ], to select. If the current channel has subtitle information, it will be displayed if this function is “On”.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.11 Menu Press [Menu] button to enter or exit the current menu. 2.12 Exit Press [Exit] button to exit the current menu. 2.13 EPG 1. The STB supports Electronic Program Guides (EPG) to give you information about the actual programs of certain channels like event name, subtitle, description, start and finish time. This feature is depending on the service of the channel provider. Press [EPG] to open the EPG window. 2. The [Red] button opens the detailed schedule of the marked channel.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.7 FAV +/- 1. In full screen, press [FAV +/-] keys can switch the favorite channels in current satellite channels list directly. 2. The sequence of the switch favorite channels is following the sequence that in the current satellite channel list, not follow the sequence in the favorite group. 2.8 CH In TV/Radio mode press [CH 2.9 ] to change channel. Vol In TV/Radio mode, press [Vol ], to adjust volume. 2.10 OK 1.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.3 Mute 1. Press the [Mute] button to mute the sound. On the screen an icon will be displayed to indicate the muted sound. 2. Press the [Mute] button again to restore the sound. 2.4 Channel Number In TV mode you can enter the channel number directly with your remote control unit and confirm the number with the OK button to change to the desired channel. 2.5 MULTI-PIC In TV mode, press [0] key to enter the “MULTI-PIC” menu. 1.
GB 2. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.1 Switch on STB Switch the [Device’s Main Power] switch on. When the STB is first used it will display “Quick Setup” window. you will set Language, First Audio, Second Audio, LNB Power, Antenna Setup and Multi Search. ? Frequently Asked Question Q: The power of my STB is on and it is running in TV mode but the TV screen shows nothing: A: Make sure the TV set has been set to the correct video input (not the TV channels).
GB 1. REMOTE CONTROL & PANEL DESCRIPTION 1.3 Remote Control Installation Guide 8 BDA Imperial DB 2_GB_TO.indd 8 15.10.
GB 1. REMOTE CONTROL & PANEL DESCRIPTION 1.2 Rear Panel Description 1. POWER ON/OFF: Allows to completely switch off the receiver. 2. AC IN: Mains input cable. 3. IF IN: Satellite input. 4. IF OUT: Satellite output for cascading to other devices Note: The operation of another receiver at the same time is only possible with limited channel selection. S/PDIF: Optical output for digital audio (AC3) S/PDIF: Coaxial output for digital audio (AC3) RS-232: Serial Port allowing software upgrades.
GB 1. REMOTE CONTROL & PANEL DESCRIPTION 1.1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Front Panel Description POWER: Is used to switch between the working mode and the standby mode. Display (4-Digit/7-Segment): Displays the received channel number while operating and time while in standby mode. Remote Sensor: Detects the infrared signals from the remote control unit. MENU: To enter into the main menu and exit all menus. VOL+/-: To change volume to move cursor, change numbers in the menu or to change the choice.
GB CONTENTS 3. CHANNEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 TV Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 3.1.1 Favorite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3.1.2 Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GB CONTENTS 1. REMOTE CONTROL & PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.1 1.2 1.3 Front Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Rear Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Remote Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2. BASIC OPERATIONS . . . . . . . .
GB SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Attachments: Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the manufacturer consent; as such additions may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or other personal injury. Locating: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to protect it from overheating. Do not block these openings or allow them to be blocked by placing the STB on a bed, sofa or other similar surface, nor should it be placed over a radiator or heat register.
GB SAFETY PRECAUTION CAUTION: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to „dangerous voltage“ and to prevent from a risk of electric shock. Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, don‘t open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to important operating and maintenance (servicing).
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